Join Doctor Peter Kwasniewski, a composer known for his liturgical works, and Jonathan Culbreath, author of 'Her Sacred Enterprise,' as they delve into the essential links between liturgy and the common good. They discuss how traditional worship enhances community well-being, the transformative power of liturgical music, and the role of hierarchy in worship practices. Expect engaging insights on chariot racing as a historical metaphor for competition in faith, and a call for integralism that connects faith and politics towards societal betterment.
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Peter's Musical Liturgy Journey
Peter Kwasniewski's love of music and liturgy began in high school with choir and composition lessons.
He sang Gregorian chant and ordinary mass parts, showing music and liturgy grew hand in hand for him.
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Common Good as Shared Ultimate End
The common good transcends individual goods, as the dignity of the individual lies in devotion to the common good.
Contemplation of God is the highest individual act aimed at this shared common good.
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Man's Nature Tied to Divine Worship
Saint Thomas teaches man reflects God's image most fully when loving and contemplating God.
Our intellect and will exist primarily to worship and see God face to face.
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In 'Orthodoxy,' G.K. Chesterton presents a compelling defense of Christianity, arguing that it is the most rational and fulfilling worldview. The book is a personal and philosophical journey where Chesterton explains how he came to embrace traditional Christianity after exploring various heresies and philosophies. He compares Christianity with other worldviews, highlighting its unique ability to balance paradoxes and provide a coherent explanation of human nature and the world. Chesterton's writing is characterized by his wit, humor, and profound insights, making the book both intellectually stimulating and engagingly readable[1][2][4].
The spirit of the liturgy
The spirit of the liturgy
Romano Guardini
Romano Guardini's "The Spirit of the Liturgy" is a profound exploration of the theological and spiritual meaning of the Mass. Guardini emphasizes the active participation of the faithful in the liturgical celebration, highlighting the importance of understanding the Mass not merely as a ritual but as a living encounter with Christ. He critiques the tendency towards a purely functional or ritualistic approach to the Mass, advocating for a deeper understanding of its symbolic and sacramental nature. The book has had a lasting impact on the liturgical movement and continues to be a valuable resource for those seeking a richer understanding of the Mass. Guardini's work emphasizes the importance of active participation and a deeper understanding of the Mass's symbolic and sacramental nature. His insights have been influential in shaping liturgical reforms and promoting a more meaningful celebration of the Eucharist.
Honking geese, Byzantine chariot racing, and a rousing discussion of the deep and essential connection between the liturgy and the common good—in this episode, your hosts are joined by Jonathan Culbreath and Doctor Peter Kwasniewski. Along the way, they discuss the liturgy as focal point for the common good in the church and in secular society, public versus private devotion, and compare Charles de Koninck’s defense of the common good against personalists and totalitarians with Erik Peterson and Romano Guardini’s defense of the liturgy against certain members of the liturgical reform movement. In the end the inevitable technical difficulties serendipitously keep the discussion on time. All this and much, much more!
Music for this episode is the “Sanctus” from the Missa Honorificentia Populi Nostri, by Peter Kwasniewski. The header image shows church bells in Nowa Huta, Poland.
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